A switch to start the computer with is realy simple, they just short the two wiers going into them. The important thing is that a normal on (and reset) switch does not hold the connection, ones you let go they stop shorting the two wiers. So if that key switch works like a lamp switch it will not be optimal.

A switch to start the computer with is realy simple, they just short the two wiers going into them. The important thing is that a normal on (and reset) switch does not hold the connection, ones you let go they stop shorting the two wiers. So if that key switch works like a lamp switch it will not be optimal.

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you can see the switch in above picture. It has 3 points, positive , negative and ground.
However ONE THING I WANT TO KNOW IS THAT RATHER THAN BEING IN MIDDLE OF CONNECTION WIRE ,CAN I DIRECTLY USE KEY SWITCH TO START/SHUTDOWN THE MACHINE?

You can, but you need to know which connections on the switch are connected when you turn the key. the easiest thing would be to get a key switch with just 2 connections on it, not 3. Then just take the 2 wires off your pc's power button and connect them to the 2 connections on the switch.

To turn it on, you would turn the key on then off, if you just leave the key switch in the on position, it would be like holding your power button down, which will just shut down the pc.

you can see the switch in above picture. It has 3 points, positive , negative and ground.
However ONE THING I WANT TO KNOW IS THAT RATHER THAN BEING IN MIDDLE OF CONNECTION WIRE ,CAN I DIRECTLY USE KEY SWITCH TO START/SHUTDOWN THE MACHINE?

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was thinking of name, partnumber or a spec sheet. without knowing the function of the switch getting a definitive answer is difficult. IF its a impulse switch it will work, but if not then you either need to be fast every time you turn your computer on, or add some components (a relay, resistor and a condensator should do the job)

If you can give direct information to witch points are open and witch are cosed at what positions of the key we can help you. Also find out if its a impulse or a hold switch.

I suggest you rig up something low wattage to safely test that switch to see which terminals go where. For instance if you have a cheap LED mini flashlight with a tailcap switch you can just unscrew the tail assembly and with wires connected to all three terminals of the switch, try connecting them in different configurations until you find which two turn on the light.

Then all you need do is trace which two wires connect to the MB PWR +/- pins and your case's current switch. The 3rd terminal you could optionally ground to the case. You may or may not have such a flashlight, but they can be had many places for under $5 and they're very handy to have. For that matter, any flashlight will do, it doesn't have to be a mini LED.

. IF its a impulse switch it will work, but if not then you either need to be fast every time you turn your computer on, or add some components (a relay, resistor and a condensator should do the job)

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Why do I require resistor?
below are my switch pics, I first tried with normal LED, it is working fine, when I turn the key led glows and when i turn the key to it original position the led goes off.
What is impulsive switch, i hope this is impulsive/proper switch .

So Can I directly use this switch for PC on and off, however for shutdown I am obviously going to use shutdown from menu.

yeah tigger! thanks mate. I think this is going to be very easy now for me to do.
But I am just thinking about where exactly should I fit this switch on front or on the top.
I am just looking for the thing where I can fit this key switch, also thinking about glass made front panel with led glowing from side from behind.

you can see the switch in above picture. It has 3 points, positive , negative and ground.
However ONE THING I WANT TO KNOW IS THAT RATHER THAN BEING IN MIDDLE OF CONNECTION WIRE ,CAN I DIRECTLY USE KEY SWITCH TO START/SHUTDOWN THE MACHINE?

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no. when the switch is on, it is on. i.e. power pin connected to output all times. since power/reset switches are momentary switches, its not possible without some complicated electronics.

however, if its like those in cars, with ignition via the key fob, it will work. but i think those have another pin .

you can see the switch in above picture. It has 3 points, positive , negative and ground.
However ONE THING I WANT TO KNOW IS THAT RATHER THAN BEING IN MIDDLE OF CONNECTION WIRE ,CAN I DIRECTLY USE KEY SWITCH TO START/SHUTDOWN THE MACHINE?

thats possible, but its not how it should work if you can take that key switch apart, its possible to mod it, so that contact is made only at half point during turning. that way, you an turn, but it will see it as only on/off